Recall 17-735, published March 23, 2017
LectroFan Sound Machines
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
XHY050050UCCThe adapter has "ASTI AC Adapter" and model number XHY050050UCC printed on the side.
Which products are included?
This recall involves power adapters sold with LectroFan sound machines. The adapter has "ASTI AC Adapter" and model number XHY050050UCC printed on the side. The LectroFans were black or white with a matching black or white power adapter. The LectroFan machines have a serial number between 3 551615 528640 and 3 551615 618639 or between 3 551636 000010 and 3 551636 285179. The serial number is printed on a label on the bottom of the machine and "LectroFan" is printed on the front. The LectroFan Sound Machine has 10 fan sounds and 10 white noise sounds.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The casing on the power adapter can break when plugged into an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the LectroFan, disconnect the power adapter and contact the firm to receive a free replacement power adapter. Consumers can continue to use the sound machine with the USB cable supplied with the LectroFan by plugging it into a computer's USB port or into another power adapter. The firm is contacting all purchasers of the recalled product directly.
What should I do if I have XHY050050UCC?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with XHY050050UCC, then check the serial numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 866-220-7607, or go to www.asticorp.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- Adaptive Sound Technologies Inc. (ASTI)
- Recall published
- March 23, 2017
- Category
- Home Electronics
- Units
- About 35,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Amazon.com from November 2016 through February 2017 for about $50.
